Egypt Small Group Touring and Cruises

Cruising on the Nostalgic Nile Dahabiyya (7 nights) visiting Luxor, Karnak, Medinet Habu, Valley of the Kings, Edfu, Kom Ombo, Aswan, the High Dam and Philae

Book by the 31st May and enjoy a range of FREE 3 night extensions on selected departure dates for our 8 day Nostalgic Nile tour. Call us for more details. Recapturing the golden age of 19th century cruising, these exclusive journeys sail the waterways between Luxor and Aswan aboard beautifully crafted dahabiyyas; elegant wooden sailing ships that afford the chance to experience the Nile without the usual crowds. With expert guides, small groups and 7 nights aboard to fully appreciate the classic landscapes, this exceptional and best selling itinerary offers antiquity and ambience in equal measure.  Read more about Nostalgic Nile - 8 days

Cairo (2 nights); Nile Cruise (7 nights) visiting Luxor, Karnak, Edfu, Aswan, the High Dam, Philae, Kom Ombo and the Valley of the Kings

Combining 2 nights in Cairo with a full week cruising on the Nile, this comprehensive itinerary travels into the heart of Pharaonic Egypt. With ample free time to enjoy the incredible sites around the Egyptian capital, you then fly to Luxor to board your selected Presidential Nile Cruise boat, to begin a journey that takes in the Valley of the Kings, Karnak Temple and the ancient sites that lie along the Nile and beyond Aswan’s bustling markets, before returning to Luxor.  Read more about The Wonders of Ancient Egypt

Cairo (3 nights), Pyramids of Giza, Egyptian Museum, cruising on the Sanctuary M.S Nile Adventurer (10 nights), visiting, Beni Hassan, Tell el-Amarna, Abydos, Nagga Hammadi, Qena, Denderah, Luxor, Karnak, City of the Dead, Valley of the Kings, Edfu, Kom Ombo, Aswan, the High Dam and Philae.

After a closure of 15 years the River Nile have now opened up to allow cruises to operate the whole distance, 600 miles, from Cairo to Aswan. In partnership with Sanctuary cruise collection Bales Worldwide are offering this exception cruise opportunity on some of the finest and luxurious boats on the River Nile.  Read more about The Luxurious Long Nile Cruise

Cruising on the Movenpick MS Hamees (14 nights), visiting Cairo, El Minya, Beni Hassan, El Ashmunein (Hermopolis), Tell el-Amarna, Asyut, Balyana, Abydos, Dendera, Luxor, Karnak, Valley of the Kings, Edfu, Kom Ombo, Aswan, the High Dam and Philae.

After a closure of 15 years the River Nile have now opened up to allow cruises to operate the whole distance, 600 miles, from Cairo to Aswan. This new journey will unearth some of Egypt’s hidden treasures, from the rock cut tombs of Beni Hassan to the forgotten city of King Akhenaten at Tell el-Amarna. With ample amounts of time allowed for cruising down the Nile this tour offers both a change to relax and discover Egypt’s heaving history all in one visit.  Read more about Cairo to the Cataracts - Long Cruise

Cairo (3 nights); cruising on a dahabiyya (7 nights) visiting Luxor, Karnak, Medinet Habu, Valley of the Kings, Edfu, Kom Ombo, Aswan, the High Dam and Philae and Cairo (1 night)

The late 19th century aristocracy of Europe would delight in cruising along the ancient splendours of the Nile Valley in their private ‘dahabiyyas,’ beautifully crafted wooden sailing vessels that presented the might of the Pharaohs from the vantage point of elegant convenience. At Bales we have recreated those halcyon days. Travelling with a small select group, you can witness the ancient treasures of Egypt up close and in a manner thought lost forever by discerning travellers. Avoiding the usual crowds and boats you have the advantage of an expert guide on hand to enlighten you along the way.Completing the entire journey between Luxor and Aswan (or vice versa), on either of our 4 exclusive Dahabiyyas, by boat also provides the opportunity to truly relax, with 7 nights onboard to fully appreciate this classic journey.  Read more about The Nostalgic Nile - 11 days

Cairo (3 nights), Dahsur, Nile Cruise (4 nights) visiting Karnak, Valley of the Kings, Edfu, Kom Ombo, and Philae, Aswan (2 nights)

Discover ancient Egypt in-depth on this 10 day tour, exploring the lesser known sites along with the classic which be escorted around by an Egyptologist.  Read more about Exclusive Egypt

Cairo (3 nights); Nile Cruise (4 nights) visiting Luxor, the Valley of the Kings, Valley of the Queens, Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, City of the Dead, Colossi of Memnon. Karnak, Edfu, Kom Ombo, Aswan, Philae Temple.

An unforgettable fusion of matchless wonders and unparalleled luxury, this 4-night cruise offers the very best that Egypt has to offer. One of the most opulent boats on the Nile, and enjoying Sanctuary’s exceptional reputation for service and comfort, the Nile Adventurer combines the timeless majesty of the Pharaohs with a unique luxury cruising experience.  Read more about Luxury Nile Adventurer

Cairo (3 nights); Nile Cruise (4 nights) visiting Luxor, Karnak, Valley of the Kings, Edfu, Kom Ombo, Aswan and Philae; Lake Nasser Cruise (3 nights); visiting Kalabsha, Beit el-Wali, Kertassi, Wadi el-Seboua, Dakka, Maharakka, Amada, Kasr Ibrim and Abu Simbel and Cairo (1 night)

Journeying from the streets of Cairo to the tranquil shores of Lake Nasser, this inspiring odyssey encompasses the best of Egypt’s cultural and historic treasures. Following 3 nights in Cairo you fly on to Luxor, to begin a 4 night cruise along the Nile Valley, before disembarking in Aswan to transfer to the elegant Eugenie cruise boat. The next 3 nights then explore the haunting landscapes around Lake Nasser, including the fabulous rock-cut temple of Abu Simbel.  Read more about In the Footsteps of the Pharaohs

Cairo (3 nights), Alexandria (2 nights), Alamein, Siwa Oasis (3 nights) and Bahariya Oasis (2 nights)

The Siwa Oasis is unique in Egypt. Famous centuries before the time of Christ as the seat of the Oracle of Jupiter Ammon, it has since been isolated for some two thousand years, developing its own distinct culture and language, related more to the Berber languages of North Africa than to Arabic.  Read more about Western Deserts of Egypt